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'The best books, reviewed with insight and charm, but without compromise.' - author Jackie French

Thursday, 12 December 2013

Review: The Naughtiest Reindeer

Rudolph the reindeer is bedridden with a cold. The
other reindeer are stricken with anguish. It’s Christmas Eve. What is to
become of the deliveries?

Ruby, Rudolph’s
cheeky sister, is available. ‘NOT RUBY!’ is the united response as the other
reindeer list her shortcomings. But whether they like it or not, and much to
Ruby’s delight, she is the only replacement.

There is a constant longing in Ruby for fun and
memorable experiences, which translates into chaos and mayhem. She is a spirited
reindeer, open to the enjoyment of life. What other reindeer see as a
catastrophe, Ruby sees as having a fantastic time. After all, it's Christmas!

One house is forgotten due to Santa’s stress as
Ruby’s enjoyment continues throughout the night. Can Mrs Claus save the day? For
Santa hasn’t only forgotten to deliver presents, he’s forgotten to bring Ruby
back!

This is a magical and hilarious Christmas tale.
Written in clever rhyming verse that gallops from page to page, it is
transformed into a visual stream of entertainment by its clever and expressive
illustrations. Full of festive season fun, this book will be kept to be brought
out for many Christmases to come.